Evidence supporting the use of: Essential Oil Blend
For the health condition: Anxiety Disorders

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Essential oil blends have been traditionally used in various cultures to help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and promote relaxation. Aromatherapy, the practice of using essential oils for therapeutic benefit, dates back thousands of years to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, China, and India. Oils such as lavender, bergamot, ylang-ylang, and chamomile are commonly included in blends marketed for anxiety relief due to their calming aromas and historical use. While there is some scientific interest in the anxiolytic properties of individual oils—most notably lavender, which has shown modest effects in small clinical trials—robust scientific evidence supporting the use of essential oil blends for anxiety disorders is limited. Most available studies are small, lack rigorous controls, or focus on subjective outcomes like perceived relaxation. The placebo effect and the ritual of inhalation or massage may also contribute to reported benefits. Overall, while essential oil blends for anxiety have a strong basis in tradition and some preliminary scientific support, they should not be considered a primary or sole treatment for anxiety disorders. More high-quality research is needed to determine effectiveness and safety, especially for complex blends.

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